New York State Contract Reporter #2133296

Community-Based Preventive Services for At-Risk Youth and Families in Tompkins County

This opportunity seeks qualified providers to deliver community-based preventive services for at-risk youth and their families in Tompkins County, NY. - Government Buyer: - Tompkins County Department of Social Services (primary) - New York State Office of Children and Family Services (regulatory guidance) - Services Requested: - Preventive services for youth ages 7–18 at risk of foster care placement - Home-based counseling, skill-building, case management, and community resource linkages - Additional services may include day care, homemaker services, parent training, clinical and mental health services, transportation, respite care, emergency services, housing support, after-school and summer programs, mediation, mentoring, and transitional support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Services must be trauma-informed, family-centered, culturally responsive, and delivered promptly upon contract execution - Providers must comply with New York State Social Services Law and OCFS regulations - Focus on rapid intake, referral, and deployment of staff - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors named; this is a service-based solicitation - No set-aside goals for SDVOB, MWBE, or DBE participation - Place of Performance: - Tompkins County, with primary service location at the Tompkins County Department of Social Services in Ithaca, NY

Description

Tompkins County Department of Social Services is soliciting proposals for the Preventive Services for Youth Program, aimed at providing community-based preventive services to youth ages 7-18 and their families at risk of foster care placement. The program focuses on strengthening family functioning, promoting safe environments, and supporting youth safety and well-being to prevent foster care placements. The contract term is from June 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with potential renewal based on performance and funding. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to promptly initiate services upon contract execution.

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